Why choose Dar Al Uloom University?
Is Dar Al Uloom University accredited?
Yes, Dar Al Uloom University is accredited by the Ministry of Education. For more information, visit the Ministry’s website http://www.moe.gov.sa. In addition, Dar Al Uloom University is institutionally and programmatically accredited by the Education & Training Evaluation Commission, represented by the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation.
How will DAU help me find a job after graduation?
When is a student eligible for cooperative training?
Is there an evening study program?
Bachelor’s programs are not offered in the evening. Graduate programs are only offered in the evening. Since most graduate students are working professionals, Dar Al Uloom University offers all graduate courses in the evening.
Does DAU offer distance learning programs?
Currently, Dar Al Uloom University does not offer distance learning programs.
Which majors are available at Dar Al Uloom University?
College of Medicine
College of Dentistry
College of Pharmacy and Applied Medical Sciences
College of Business Administration
College of LAW
College of Architectural Engineering and Digital Design
What are the admission requirements?
On the admission page, you can find full details about the general and specific admission requirements for each college, or click here.
Is it possible for non-Saudis to enroll at the university?
Non-Saudi students who hold Saudi-accredited degrees or equivalent degrees from outside Saudi Arabia are welcome to enroll.
How much does a semester cost?
Please refer to the admissions page on the university’s website for details regarding tuition fees, or click here.
Is there a fee installment plan at DAU?
Yes, it is possible to make payments with interest-free installments through the Sulaiman Al Rajhi Foundation for Development Finance (Maslak Educational Fund). For more information about the loan, you can visit the Sulaiman Al Rajhi Foundation for Development Finance website at the following link: Please click here
What is the duration of the study period?
For bachelor’s programs, the study period is four years (except for the architecture major, which is five years), and two years for master’s programs.
What is the deadline for admissions and what are the required documents?
The admissions process is open. To fill out the university admission application and view the necessary documents, visit the admission page, or click here.
Is there a deadline for course registration?
Online registration at DAU is conducted in accordance with policies and dates previously announced. The dates and registration procedures can be found in DAU’s academic calendar on the university’s website.
I want to improve my English. Could you please tell me how you can help me?
It is certain that you will receive all the assistance you may need to master the English language, as the university uses the University Preparation Program system for all majors.
Is there a scholarship program at DAU?
Can you tell me about your faculty members?
Our faculty members are PhD holders from top universities who represent a variety of nationalities. To view their biographies, click here.
Are there facilities for prayer, sports, culture, rest, and recreation?
Yes, there is a large mosque and various facilities for private and multi-purpose use in both the female and male student buildings. For more information on prayer, sports, cultural activities, rest, and recreation facilities, click here.
Is there any parking?
Yes, DAU has shaded parking (for boys and girls) of high-quality specifications that can accommodate 1,500 cars.
Is there university-owned transportation?
Currently, the university does not provide student transportation, but it does provide a free shuttle service between the university and the nearest train station (SABIC).
Is internet service available at DAU, and what technology is used in education?
All modern educational technology tools are available at DAU (computers, smart boards, educational platforms and applications, etc.). There are 3,000 hotspots throughout campus, allowing students to communicate from anywhere and get internet access.
I have a good level of English. Can I be exempted from university preparation?
Yes, there is a placement test or an equivalency test for external certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, STEP), and then you are exempt from some English courses in the university preparation program.
I graduated with a diploma. Is it possible to be exempt from some courses?
Yes, an equivalent application should be submitted. The Equivalency Committee will consider your exemption from some courses based on the following criteria:
It is required that the student has studied the course at an accredited college or university.
Does DAU offer a bridging program for diploma holders?
A bridging program is available only to nursing diploma holders who wish to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
Is admission limited to high school graduates?
DAU welcomes high school graduates and their equivalents from within and outside of the Kingdom. Additionally, it offers bachelor’s degrees to holders of post-secondary diplomas, and master’s degrees to holders of a bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree.
Is there a percentage set for absences from lectures?
Students must adhere to regulations and standards for the university to fulfill its scientific and educational mission and to achieve the desired level. Discipline and attendance are therefore mandatory and monitored by the course instructor and the university through an electronic attendance system (LMS).
Does the university offer regular or affiliation study (distance learning)?
DAU offers regular study in all majors and levels. Undergraduates have a morning session from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and master’s students have an evening session from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Is registration open for the summer semester?
Registration is available for a limited number of courses determined by the academic department.
Does the university accept online applications, and is student attendance required?
The application process is online, and students are not required to attend. You can apply through the registration link.
How do I apply for admission as a non-Saudi student?
Saudi students and non-Saudi students are treated equally in university admission procedures, according to official regulations. Upon acceptance, they must submit the required documents.
How is the weighted percentage calculated for university admission?
Colleges calculate admission scores based on three admission criteria: high school diploma, general aptitude test, and achievement test. A composite percentage is calculated as follows: 30% high school + 30% general aptitude + 40% achievement. Minimum admission score is specified for each major.
Is an English test required after admission?
Yes, students must take an English placement test to determine their level. Exempt students are those who have obtained an IELTS (level 5 or higher) or TOEFL (500 or higher) within the past three years.
What does admission to a major mean?
Students will specify the major they wish to study during the application process, and their preferences will be evaluated based on their weighted score and the availability of seats in the major. The student is then directly admitted to the major.
Will students have access to on-campus housing?
There is no housing provided by DAU for students.
How will the classroom arrangement look like?
The university is committed to providing a suitable and appropriate learning environment to achieve educational goals and to adhere to the values of our society and religion. There are separate study sections for males and females based on resources and the number of students. In advanced academic years with few students, shared classes are established.
When should a graduate student take complementary courses?
In cases where a student is admitted to a program other than his/her undergraduate major, the proximity between the program he/she is enrolled in and his/her undergraduate major is considered to determine required complementary courses. In general, the greater the proximity between two majors, the more complementary courses are required. Student must pass the complementary course from the first time with no less than High Good (C+), provided that the cumulative GPA for all complementary courses is not less than Very Good. Exception given to students who have only one or two complementary courses remaining. They may register for the remaining complementary courses as well as their graduate program courses. In the calculation of the cumulative GPA, complementary courses are not included.
Can a student be admitted to two graduate programs simultaneously?
Yes, provided the student meets the admission requirements for both graduate programs, the course schedules do not conflict, and both programs are from the same academic stage or are from previous graduate programs, whether in the same college or in two different colleges within the university.